Define Cognitive Dissonance

question 73

Essay

Define cognitive dissonance.Review Festinger and Carlsmith's (1959)classic demonstration of cognitive dissonance,being sure to identify the independent and dependent variables in their study.Suggest one real-world example potentially involving cognitive dissonance and indicate several ways that dissonance may be reduced in the situation you describe.

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Definitions:

Positive Float

The extra time available beyond a project's expected completion time, allowing for delays without affecting the deadline.

Negative Float

In project management, the amount of time by which a project task or activity must be accelerated to meet a deadline or to align with subsequent tasks.

Project Management Skills

Competencies required to effectively plan, execute, monitor, and close a project, including leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Effective Project Leader

A leader who successfully directs a project to completion by exhibiting strong organizational, communication, and motivational skills.